An Iowa man was tragically killed by 315-pound barbell that fell on his neck during a weightlifting session.
According to the New York Post Kyle Thompson was weightlifting at the Elite Edge Transformation Center when a barbell slipped from his hands and fell on his neck. Despite having spotters near by Thompson was injured severely and later pronounced dead at a Des Moines area hospital.
Be careful out there and always use proper gym etiquette. Your life depends on it.